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Crime in FishtownFishtown Police Chase Ends With Suspect Getting Hit By Car
At around 10:25 AM on Friday morning, Philadelphia Police received a call that a yet-to-be identified white male allegedly pulled a knife on a man in a car. After receiving the call, a 26th…
Spirit Staff | 06/03/2016 -
A&E in FishtownSour Beer Tastings, Art Shows, Chocolate and Sustainability Classes: First Friday Rundown for June 3rd
First Friday is here, and the rain should clear out by the time shows get underway. Here are a few events to help you get your evening started: Bottle Bar…
Thomas Beck | 06/03/2016 -
A&E in FishtownAl-Bustan Seeds of Culture Bringing Middle Eastern Music to Oxford Mills This Weekend
Art has an uncanny way of bridging cultures together in a way that can touch both performers and observers. One opportunity for local residents to embrace the art and culture…
Justin Helm | 06/01/2016 -
Features in FishtownHoly Schism: New Conservation Group Emerges as Supporters of Church Seek Consensus on Future of Historic Fishtown Building
How much longer will the debate over the future of this historic Fishtown church last? Last month, supporters of St. Laurentius Church, (1608 E Berks St.) gathered at Unsung Heroes…
Andrew Mark Corkery | 06/01/2016 -
A&E in FishtownFishtown-Based Film Producers Win Best Music Video at the New York City Independent Film Festival
The Fishtown-based film production company Born Lucky Studios was recently awarded Best Music Video at the New York City Independent Film Festival (NYCIFF) for their project entitled “Human Cannonball.” The…
Thomas Beck | 06/01/2016 -
Community in FishtownResidents Gather at the Cpl. Charles J. Glenn III Memorial to Pay Tribute to Fallen Riverward Soldiers
“All present and accounted for,” the assembled veterans responded as John Lonergan solemnly recited the names of each of Fishtown’s fallen sons. Each name resonated in the damp, heavy air…
Shane English | 06/01/2016 -
Food in Fishtown‘Stripp’d Juice’ Opening On Frankford Ave. Later This Summer
'Stripp'd Juice' will be opening up their second Philadelphia location later this summer, according to Philly Mag. The locally-owned juicery will be setting up shop next to the City Fitness…
Spirit Staff | 05/31/2016 -
Community in FishtownGhosts from Kensington’s Past: The Mutual Burial Grounds of Kensington Lie Dormant Beneath Fishtown
The ground beneath you holds more history than you know. Philadelphians that used to walk these neighborhoods more than 150 years ago are now buried under city streets. Most people…
Spencer Homan | 05/31/2016 -
Crime in FishtownResident Of ‘Apocalypse Now’ House On Frankford Ave. Arrested For Allegedly Shooting At Someone Following Broken Fan Comment
[caption id="attachment_9392" align="aligncenter" width="1366"] Left: Mugshot via Philly Police; Right: Corner of E Susquehanna Ave and Frankford Ave.[/caption] A shot was fired at the corner of E Susquehanna Ave. and…
Shane English | 05/27/2016 -
Community in FishtownPlans for Adaire Schoolyard, Fishtown Rec and “Swimmo” Take Shape After Meeting
Public space improvements are currently in the works for Fishtown, as the Adaire Elementary schoolyard, the Fishtown Recreation Center, and the Lederer Pool, commonly referred to as the “Swimmo”, are…
Patrick Clark | 05/26/2016 -
A&E in FishtownPunch Line Philly, Live Nation’s Newest Comedy Club, Tickets On Sale Now!
For Fishtown residents, live comedy is about to become local. Almost a year after the opening of the Fillmore, Live Nation Comedy has announced the opening of the city’s first…
Madison Hall | 05/26/2016 -
Features in FishtownLutheran Settlement House Awards Ceremony Honors “Women of Courage”
More than 350 people gathered at the Crystal Tea Room of the Wanamaker Building for the 11th annual Lutheran Settlement House Women of Courage awards ceremony and luncheon on Wednesday,…
Patrick Clark | 05/25/2016